This Men’s Health Month, experts are warning that many South Africans may be living with undiagnosed heart, kidney and metabolic conditions
Millions of South Africans may be living with early-stage heart, kidney and metabolic conditions without knowing it, health experts have warned during Men’s Health Month.
The warning follows new international research showing that early heart dysfunction frequently goes undiagnosed – a concerning finding in South Africa, where hypertension, diabetes and kidney disease are already widespread.
High blood pressure affects nearly one in three South African adults, yet many people remain unaware of their condition or do not have it adequately controlled. This increases the risk of heart attacks, strokes, kidney failure and diabetes-related complications.
Men may be particularly vulnerable, as they are often less likely to seek preventative healthcare or routine screening until symptoms become severe.
